Disappointment as Galway let victory slip away against dogged Dublin

Sun, Jul 20, 2025

Dublin will face Meath in an all-Leinster TG4 All-Ireland senior football championship final on August 3 after the Metropolitan outfit secured an extra-time victory over Galway at Glenisk O’Connor Park in Tullamore on Saturday evening.

THE FULL FORWARD: Galway’s summer belongs to the women

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

In my introductory column back in April, I spoke about how fortunate we are as a county. That sentiment still holds true – even in a year many would consider disappointing for our senior men’s GAA teams.

Opportunity to reset for United

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Their last couple of outings in the league have been among their more difficult this season and a cup contest against non-league opposition gives a chance for a reset.

Galway teens make history at F18 World Sailing Championships

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Seán Lemonnier (17) and Sam Rigley (16) took second place in the Silver Fleet — a major result at one of the world’s most competitive multihull regattas. Held in Noordwijk from July 7 to 11, the championship brought together 96 of the world’s top Formula 18 catamarans.

Galway United and Connacht Hockey seek planning permission for new multipurpose sport facility in Athenry

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The facility will be a game changer for Galway sports as it will consist of two full-size football pitches – one grass and one all-weather – and a full-size hockey pitch. Changing facilities, administrative offices, meeting rooms and a high-performance gymnasium will also be in the floodlit facility.

The Mountain South facility will be the academy training centre for Galway United’s men’s and women’s teams who compete across multiple age groups at elite level in the League of Ireland. It will also facilitate the continued growth of grassroots hockey in the catchment areas of Athenry, Tuam, Loughrea, Ballinasloe and beyond.

In-form Tribeswomen take on league leaders

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Despite an uptick in their own form, they are not expected to overhaul such a gap, given that their opponents dropped only two points in the first round of fixtures.

Salthill Devon eye cup progression

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

They host a giant of the junior game in St Michael’s on Saturday in Drom.

Success for Coláiste Iognáid at Irish Rowing Championships

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The standout performances over the weekend came in the Junior Men’s Pair and Four. Oisín Ó Conaire and Paul Schofield claimed the national title in the MJ18 2- on Friday and they were then joined by teammates Eoghan O’Connell, Jack Mannion, and Arthur O’Malley (cox) to secure victory on Sunday in the MJ18 4+.

Galway clubs finish track and field season in style

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Lauren Kilduff of Craughwell AC topped the weekend’s performances by becoming U18 National Champion in the 400m Hurdles and broke the Championship record with a time of 60:33. Clubmate Emma O’Donovan took home bronze in 62.44.

Galway United and Connacht Hockey seek planning permission for new multipurpose sport facility in Athenry

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

Galway United and Connacht Hockey have confirmed that planning permission is being sought with Galway County Council for a multipurpose sport training facility in Mountain South, Athenry.

The facility will be a game changer for Galway sports as it will consist of two full-size football pitches - one grass and one all-weather - and a full-size hockey pitch. Changing facilities, administrative offices, meeting rooms and a high-performance gymnasium will also be in the floodlit facility.

Galway teens make history at F18 World Sailing Championships

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

Two young sailors from Galway Bay Sailing Club have become the first Irish team ever to win a medal at the F18 World Championships held in the Netherlands. Seán Lemonnier (17) and Sam Rigley (16) took second place in the Silver Fleet — a major result at one of the world’s most competitive multihull regattas. Held in Noordwijk from July 7 to 11, the championship brought together 96 of the world’s top Formula 18 catamarans. After a week of unpredictable weather and tough racing, the Galway duo delivered a standout performance in Friday’s Silver Fleet finals — placing sixth, fourth, first, and fifth in the day’s four races to secure a podium finish. "By Friday we knew we had done well but still couldn't believe it when we came ashore and saw the results and realised we might win a medal," the pair said. "It was a tense few hours while the jury heard appeals, but our results didn’t change — and at the medal ceremony that evening we took second place in Silver Fleet." The week began with technical checks, followed by challenging conditions. Monday’s racing was cancelled due to high winds and heavy swell. On Tuesday, a difficult beach launch led to several boats capsizing before the start. Lemonnier and Rigley reached the start line but chose to retire after a capsize of their own to protect their boat for the rest of the week. Wednesday’s races were abandoned due to light wind and strong currents. On Thursday, they returned to the water for four qualification races, earning them a spot in the Silver Fleet for the final races. After a strong final day of sailing, they finished second in Silver Fleet. Their form on Friday was exceptional. Across five hours of racing in lighter breeze, the Galway teenagers showed tactical precision, speed, and resilience — climbing the Silver Fleet leaderboard with four top finishes. Despite being the youngest team at the event and relatively new to the F18 class, both sailors brought years of training from the 420 circuit. Their calm decision-making and racing instincts stood out in a field stacked with Olympic-level talent. Their campaign was made possible through community support and sponsorship. "We are hugely grateful to our families, friends, and everyone at Galway Bay Sailing Club who backed our GoFundMe, and to our sponsors Nacra, OceanR, and SaunaFiain. "We couldn’t have done this without them."

Opportunity to reset for United

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

It appears as if the cup might have come at a good time for Galway United.

In-form Tribeswomen take on league leaders

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

Galway United Women would be forgiven for viewing their trip to Athlone on Saturday as a shot to nothing.

Difficult away day awaits United

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

They make the trip this time coming off one of their lower ebbs of what has been a very creditable campaign.

Former Ireland women’s rugby sevens expert joins Connacht

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Most recently the head coach of the Ireland Women’s Sevens team, Temple-Jones boasts a vast array of experience across multiple rugby codes.

THE FULL FORWARD - In defence of the clubs

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

One of my favourite things about our national games is the casual interaction with supporters who just want to chat about the latest hot topic.

Four Coláiste Iognáid rowers selected to represent Ireland this summer

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Paul Schofield will compete at the World Rowing Junior Championships in Lithuania, while Eoin O’Connaire has been selected to row at the Coupe de la Jeunesse in Austria — both events taking place in August.

Derby day comes at a good time for United women

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Ceola Bergin led the charge, chasing down Summer Lawless in the opening seconds. Her block ended up in the net for a dream start.

Galway athletes achieve European U23 squad selection

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Emma Moore of Galway City Harriers will compete over 800m individually following her great early season performances, and also is chosen on the 4x400m Relay team. Andrew Egan will also compete in the 200m and the 4x400m events.

Cappataggle gear up for auction and raffle fundraiser

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

The first raffle prize is a four ball at Ballinasloe Golf Club with a €100 restaurant voucher and chauffeur service with the second prize being a three-month family gym membership at ShearFitness. Other prizes include a €150 voucher at Gerry McGrath Tyres, €100 voucher for Corrib Oil Service Station, a €50 One4All voucher, car wash vouchers, and so much more.

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